Rúben Amorim’s decision to leave Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho out of Manchester United’s squad for last Sunday’s derby has fueled more speculation about Rashford’s future at the club.
Despite their absence, United secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad. Josko Gvardiol gave City the lead in the first half with a well-timed header, but Bruno Fernandes equalized with an 88th-minute penalty. Just two minutes later, Amad Diallo sealed the win, calmly rounding Éderson to score.
Rashford’s omission has only added fuel to the rumors surrounding his potential departure, with questions now swirling about his future at United.
TEAMtalk reported last Sunday that Manchester United are looking to sell Rashford in the January transfer window. The report mentions that Paris Saint-Germainare interested in the England international, and with United now open to a sale, other clubs may also enter the race for his signature.
Meanwhile,Chris Wheeler of the Daily Mail suggests Manchester United could be willing to entertain offers of around £40 million for the forward.
Marcus Rashford breaks silence after being left off the squad
Marcus Rashford
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The 27-year-old standout spoke to journalistHenry Winter and hinted that a potential departure could be in his future.
“For me, personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and the next steps,” Rashford told Winter. “When I leaveit’s going to be ‘No hard feelings’. You’re not going to have any negative comments from me about Manchester United. That’s me as a person.
“If I know that a situation is already bad I’m not going to make it worse. I’ve seen how other players have left in the past and I don’t want to be that person. When I leave, I’ll make a statement, and it will be from me.”
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According to Laurie Whitwell of The Athletic, Paris Saint-Germainhave no interest in Rashford. Additionally, Sky Sports’ Melissa Reddy notes that no clubs are currently pursuing Rashford, citing concerns over his form, off-pitch behavior, and high salary.
ESPN’s Mark Ogden believes that there are two options for Rashford at the moment and those are to get his career on track at Manchester United or head to Saudi Arabia.